Pasquale Di Maio
Ospedale di Sanremo, University of Perugia, Ospedale San Giuseppe
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183
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About
Pasquale Di Maio is a leading figure in head and neck surgical oncology, with a focused expertise in trans-oral robotic surgery (TORS) and the management of oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal carcinomas. His work has significantly advanced the field by systematically evaluating the comparative effectiveness of robotic surgery versus radiotherapy, particularly regarding post-treatment swallowing quality—a critical patient outcome. Di Maio’s major contributions include demonstrating the diagnostic utility of palatine tonsillectomy for identifying unknown primary head and neck squamous cell carcinomas, a practice refined through his meta-analyses. His systematic review on TORS for parapharyngeal space tumors (72 citations) remains a cornerstone reference, while his meta-analysis on hypopharyngeal carcinoma (32 citations) helped establish the emerging role of robotic approaches in challenging anatomical sites. With over 180 cumulative citations, Di Maio’s research provides evidence-based guidance for surgical decision-making, balancing oncologic efficacy with functional preservation. His work is essential reading for surgeons and oncologists seeking to optimize treatment pathways for head and neck cancer patients.
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